sports

Infantino Faces FIFA Leadership Challenge

Published August 2, 2026 · Updated August 2, 2026 · The Guardian

FIFA President Gianni Infantino is facing a leadership challenge as Council members attempt to force an extraordinary general meeting.

The move to call an emergency general meeting was already underway before Infantino's abortive plan to sell stakes in the World Cup. Council members are demanding an independent review into the unprecedented decision to lift Folarin Balogun's suspension during the World Cup, which involved multiple phone calls from Donald Trump. rouesnews.click

Infantino Seeks African FIFA Support

Infantino Faces FIFA Leadership Challenge

Related News

Infantino Seeks African FIFA Support

‘This is where I belong’: Katelyn Ohashi’s Olympic comeback is fueled…

Norway urges Infantino to resign: 'No trust now'

Mexico Backs Infantino, Deepens Football Rift

Report: Days before shooting, Eric Bieniemy's son said parents were withholding his firearms

Patriots expect Carlton Davis to be out at least another week

More on our network